In brief
As Ukraine gears up to present a revised peace plan to the U.S., President Zelensky has firmly ruled out any territorial concessions to Russia. During discussions with European and NATO leaders, Zelensky emphasized the importance of defending Ukraine's borders in accordance with both national and international law. Simultaneously, fighting continues in eastern Ukraine, with recent drone attacks affecting vital infrastructure. Zelensky's diplomatic efforts aim to negotiate a viable solution without compromising national sovereignty.
Ukraine is preparing to present a revised peace plan to the White House, as it seeks to avoid making territorial concessions to Russia.
Kyiv is set to propose alternatives to the U.S. after President Volodymyr Zelensky ruled out surrendering land, emphasizing he had no right to do so under Ukrainian or international law.
He expressed these views during meetings with European and NATO leaders, urging collective resistance against U.S. backing for deals perceived as unfavorable to Ukraine's safety and sovereignty.
Meanwhile, a recent Russian drone strike has left the city of Sumy without power, highlighting the ongoing military hostilities in the region.
The region's governor reported multiple drone assaults on power infrastructure, although there were no casualties reported.
Zelensky's diplomatic tour follows intense talks between U.S. and Ukrainian officials over the weekend. A new proposal to the U.S. could arrive as soon as Tuesday.
Zelensky remarked, Russia insists that we give up territories, but we don't want to cede anything, reiterating that constitutional and moral imperatives prevent him from making such decisions.
Negotiations in the past have indicated a U.S. proposal was reduced from 28 points, with no territorial compromises being removed. Key issues include the contentious control over the eastern Donbas area and the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.
International military support for Ukraine in any peace deal remains unconfirmed, with varying perspectives on the necessity and nature of such support from global leaders.
